Recent News

Vanessa Berner, Ph.D. and third-year medical student Peter Asimenios stand in a lab.

Rapid food poisoning detection created at UNR Med

New diagnostic test developed by faculty and student researchers

David Tingle celebrating his medical school graduation with family.

Faces of the Pack: David Tingle

From firefighter and EMT to internal medicine physician, David Tingle, M.D., brings a lifelong commitment to service

Attendees of the 2025 Nevada Aphasia Camp stand together in a grassy field.

Finding voice and belonging at Nevada Aphasia Camp

Annual camp empowers people with aphasia, building confidence and community through communication

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Milestone Events

Milestone events celebrate key moments across our academic programs, reflecting the achievement, growth and shared pride of the UNR Med community.

M.D. students reciting the Physician's Oath on stage.

Doctor of Medicine White Coat Ceremony
A student pinning a Match Day residency location on a map.

Doctor of Medicine Match Day
M.D. graduates hooding one another on stage.

Doctor of Medicine Commencement
PA students reciting the Physician's Oath on stage.

Physician Assistant Studies White Coat Ceremony
A PA graduate being hooded by their parents.

Physician Assistant Studies Commencement
Two Speech Language Pathology graduates in regalia.

Speech Pathology and Audiology Commencement

All Events

Jun 12
MedEd Grand Rounds 12:00 PM Professional Development
Jun 22
Sanford Center for Aging Diabetes Prevention Program 01:00 PM Community Outreach
Jul 20
Dissertation Defense - Nicole Tomitz at TBA 12:30 PM Lectures & Seminars
Jul 28
Women's Clinic at University Health Bulding 06:00 PM Health, Safety & Wellness
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UNR MED in the News

The UNR Med campus seen through the branches of a blooming cherry tree

Nevada Health experts are monitoring the Hantavirus outbreak 
KOLO 8 News Now • May 15, 2026 

Energy drinks and teens: A pediatrician warns about health risks and rising use in schools 
KUNR Public Radio • May 19, 2026 

Well-Being Wednesday: Clinical research as a care option 
News 4 • May 21, 2026 

Renown Health partners to launch first OB/GYN residency in Northern Nevada 
American Hospital Association • May 27, 2026 

UNR Med highlights Nevada Aphasia Camp during Aphasia Awareness Month 
This is Reno • June 2, 2026

UNR Med In the News Archive